The best thing to do in Monopoli is slow down, relax, and live la dolce vita. But if you feel the need to have a short to do list, I’ve prepared one for you. So what is there to do in Monopoli?

Wander the narrow streets of the old city:

Visit the Monopoli Cathedral (Basilica of the Madonna della Madia). Its Baroque interior is quite fascinating:

Visit the Castle of Carlo V and walk around its walls on your way to the old port:

Eat good Pugliese food, like the orecchiete with tomatoes and cheese at the La Vechia Taverna restaurant or the ice cream at Gelateria Caruso.

Walk on the lungomare:

You can even go to the beach:

Watch the sunset:

Eat late in the evening and stay out late, enjoying the cool air of the night:

But mostly, relax and enjoy!